About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the Wetech PitchHer 2026 Investment Readiness Program, an eight-week initiative designed to prepare women-led startups in Nigeria for investment while providing an opportunity to compete for a share of a ₦8. 5 million funding pool.
Organised by Wetech in partnership with the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub, the programme equips female founders with the knowledge, mentorship, and investor readiness skills needed to raise capital, scale their businesses, and pitch confidently before investors and ecosystem leaders at the Wetech 2026 Conference. Why This Matters Access to investment remains one of the biggest barriers facing women entrepreneurs across Africa.
The PitchHer programme helps bridge that gap by equipping founders with the practical skills, networks, and visibility needed to secure funding and accelerate business growth. Beyond the cash prize, participants gain exposure to investors, strategic partners, and a community that supports women building innovative businesses.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be founders or co-founders of women-led startups
- Be based in Nigeria
- Operate an early-stage startup with a product or service already in the market
- Have early customer traction or a validated business problem
- Be building a scalable, impact-driven venture
- Be preparing to raise investment within the next 12 to 18 months
Benefits and support
Successful applicants will receive:
- An intensive investment readiness programme delivered over eight weeks
- Expert-led training on fundraising, business growth, and investor engagement
- One-on-one mentorship and coaching from experienced founders and industry experts
- Support to refine business models and pitch decks
- Access to investors, ecosystem leaders, and networking opportunities
- The opportunity to pitch live at Wetech 2026
- A chance to win a share of the ₦8.5 million prize pool.
Program Details
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Programme Duration
8 Weeks
- Cohort Size: 25 founders
- Programme Starts: August 3, 2026
Application timeline
July 10, 2026
Application steps
Interested founders should submit their applications through the official application portal: Apply Here
Who can apply
- Eligibility Criteria Applicants must: • Be founders or co-founders of women-led startups • Be based in Nigeria • Operate an early-stage startup with a product or service already in the market Advertisement • Have early customer traction or a validated
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